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According to Chapters 9 and 10 (Kirst-Ashman and Hull text) Chapter 9 discusses family assessing and family systems. Focus on a family with which you feel you are very familiar. Describe the structure as a system, norms, roles, balance of power, and intergenerational aspects. To what extent does the family function effectively? (1000 words)
Prompt: Social work practice involves working with people of diversity. Diversity is not limited to race and ethnicity, but also involves age, special abilities and other aspects of diversity. Requirements: For this assignment, locate one professional journal article, book, or professional paper which describes some aspect of social work practice with people of diversity in this country. Read the article and identify one technique or strategy which the author(s) suggest will be helpful in working with this population. Answer the following questions:
Describe the approach suggested by the author.
Does the author cite any research to inform or support the suggestions?
Does the author mention the work of any other writers in the article?
Would you be comfortable using this approach? Why or why not? (1500 words)